Creamy Leek and Potato Soup - Croatianway

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and more flavorful

chives

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: parsley

Green onions are more accessible and add a similar flavor

Clean and slice leeks, discarding tough green tops.

Peel and dice potatoes into small cubes.

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat until foamy.

Add sliced leeks and diced onion; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.

Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Heat through for 2-3 minutes, then serve hot, garnished with chives.

Cooking Techniques

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